Sam Burns reflects on U.S. Open fate with emotional Father’s Day moment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 7:14 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Sam Burns concluded his final round of the U.S. Open on Sunday, finishing seven strokes off the lead. He shared an emotional moment with his father, Todd, after completing his round, where Todd expressed pride in Sam's performance. Despite a strong finish with a 67, Burns fell short, missing a 17-foot birdie putt on the final hole that could have tied the leader, Wyndham Clark. The interaction between Burns and his son, Bear, highlighted the importance of family on Father's Day as they played together after the round. Burns emphasized the balance between competition and family life.
- •Burns finished the U.S. Open final round seven shots off the lead.
- •He shot a final round score of 67, one of the best of the day.
- •Emotional moment with father Todd after his round.
- •Bear, Burns' son, joined him in post-round play.
- •Missed a key birdie putt on the final hole.
- 7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Sam Burns learned U.S. Open fate. Dad's words then bring him to tears
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